Soak the chickpeas overnight, then drain. Rinse the lentils.
Ingredients:
Chickpeas, red lentils
Description
Rich Moroccan soup with chickpeas, lentils, and lamb - a traditional dish to break the fast during Ramadan. The aromatic blend of turmeric, ginger, cinnamon, and saffron gives it a distinctive golden color. Thickened with flour and eggs, with the addition of fresh coriander and lemon juice. Hearty, warming, and deeply aromatic - the essence of Moroccan hospitality.
Ingredients Used
Ingredients (11)
Servings:
4
- Ground lamb 300 g
- Chickpeas 150 g
- Red lentils 100 g
- Celery 100 g
- Canned tomatoes (diced) 1 g
- Onion 2 g
- 🌿 Spices
- Ginger 15 g
- ✨ Optional
- Turmeric 5 g
- Cinnamon 3 g
- Lemon 1 g
- Dill 0.1 bunch (~2 g)
💰 Estimated dish cost:
~71.47 PLN
(17.87 PLN/serving)
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Preparation steps
1
2
Chop the onion and celery, sauté in olive oil for 5 minutes.
Ingredients:
Onion, Celery
3
Add the meat, break it up with a fork, and fry for 5 minutes.
Ingredients:
Ground lamb
4
Add the spices: turmeric, ginger, cinnamon. Mix.
Ingredients:
Turmeric, Ginger, Cinnamon
5
Add the tomatoes, chickpeas, lentils, and 1.5l of water.
Ingredients:
Canned tomatoes (diced)
6
Cook on low heat for 40-50 minutes until the pods are tender.
Jeśli używasz ciecierzycy z puszki, dodaj ją 10 min przed końcem.
7
Thicken with 2 tablespoons of flour mixed with water, cook for 5 minutes.
8
Serve with cilantro and lemon juice.
Ingredients:
Dill, Lemon
Fun Fact
Harira is traditionally consumed in Morocco during iftar, which is the break in fasting during Ramadan, and its preparation is often considered a family ritual.
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Serving
Serve the soup in deep bowls, garnished with fresh cilantro and lemon slices. It pairs perfectly with crispy pita bread or a baguette, and served hot, it creates a cozy atmosphere.
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Storage
Store leftover harira in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months. To reheat, use a pot over low heat, adding a little water to restore the proper consistency.
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